Mountain Biker Converts Work Van to Dream Adventure Van

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  • Опубликовано: 24 янв 2020
  • This van is a 2011 Mercedes Sprinter. It was purchased used with 120K miles and converted to our dream adventure van. We named our van Indyvannajones. It has a complete Renogy Solar system with 100ah battery, 2 x 100-watt Renogy solar panels, Dometic sink stove combo, Dometic cassette toilet, onboard air, a shower, ample storage and two beds that sleep 3 adults comfortably.
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  • @Timeculture
    @Timeculture 2 года назад +3

    That is hands down the best shower solution I have seen so far

  • @suedefringe
    @suedefringe 4 года назад +18

    This gets a save. Loving the nice ass shower 😂😋😁 love that it isnt stealing precious space for something you use for 5 minutes !

  • @waynefoxracing
    @waynefoxracing 4 года назад +62

    this is one of the best construction i have seen. its clean and sleek.

    • @dijohnson7
      @dijohnson7 3 года назад

      Damn, I was going to say pretty much the same thing!

    • @gibsonahmed7584
      @gibsonahmed7584 2 года назад

      Instablaster...

  • @DarinLenny
    @DarinLenny 4 года назад +6

    That shower is an amazing idea. Great build

  • @CPB111
    @CPB111 3 года назад

    I love everything about this so much. The contrasting bright colors inside the van are so cool. Great job.

  • @takamex
    @takamex 4 года назад

    Loved how you built around the garage needs and I was not expecting the shower solution, wow. In FL we would have to add A/C but that's it. Great Van!

  • @scnomad3626
    @scnomad3626 4 года назад

    This one checks all the boxes for me. Great details! My van is pretty much done but you have some extras that are very appealing. Nice work!

  • @AJourneyOfYourSoul
    @AJourneyOfYourSoul 4 года назад +1

    I really like how you incorporated the third bed. Simple, not intrusive at all, yet works perfectly.

  • @cryptout
    @cryptout 3 года назад +1

    Best use of space I’ve seen, super sweet to see how you guys think about the dogs safety and comfort.

  • @Scott-wz4sc
    @Scott-wz4sc 2 года назад

    Love the slim shelf below the ceiling cabinets. Actually did this in my garage and in my work van bit never thought to utilise it in my self build camper. Thanks guys 😁

  • @EatSleepVan
    @EatSleepVan 4 года назад

    Very nice, love the quality of the cabinets, floor and the way you've done the shower tray and curtain! Mine is similar in a lot of ways, but feel you've gone next level!

  • @Forshledian
    @Forshledian 4 года назад +1

    This is the best van I have ever seen. You have everything in a small package. Excellent job

  • @ericsens4355
    @ericsens4355 4 года назад +6

    You've created the Rolls-Royce bus camper, as we call this in the Netherlands. Love your fix on details for use. Great build!

  • @mingueyox
    @mingueyox 3 года назад

    Came to this video because of the cabinets looking like an idea I have for my current conversion and this turn out to be one of the best conversions I saw so far ... after 15+ years of outdoor sports/camper lifestyle
    Amazing job. Keep it up.
    Looking forward to your next videos.
    Cheers, Oliver

  • @donjones3355
    @donjones3355 4 года назад

    WOW! Beautiful job on the Van! Thanks for sharing.

  • @svanhoogstraten
    @svanhoogstraten 4 года назад

    Seen a few of these van conversions now but this is the best one. Every detail is thought of. Down to simmer light above bed, fan, rear window. Shower and toilet inside. Would be happy to live in this for long periods at Time.

  • @AlexisChateau
    @AlexisChateau 4 года назад +2

    I'm usually not a fan of the orange/yellow color schemes, but you guys did a great job tying that together. Very well thought out and I love how your bikes came first!

  • @AJourneyOfYourSoul
    @AJourneyOfYourSoul 4 года назад +2

    Great to see that you made your own flares. I am surprised more people don’t do this considering the price of the only ones available.

    • @jeremybnielsen
      @jeremybnielsen Год назад

      Yeah seriously would love to see how you made these flares! I’ve been trying to figure out how for a while..

  • @manubisbee1
    @manubisbee1 3 года назад +3

    Incredible... all time favorite build. Great job!

  • @MG_Gily_Wut
    @MG_Gily_Wut 3 года назад

    Hands down.. this is THE best van I’ve seen online wow man.. Nice work!!!

  • @OutOfThisVan
    @OutOfThisVan 4 года назад +4

    Sick! We built our around the bikes too. Love your pup too.

  • @kamerakasino6750
    @kamerakasino6750 4 года назад +2

    Nice! Some really smart decisions went into this build. Great work!

  • @markfromwestcoastwoodcraft7633
    @markfromwestcoastwoodcraft7633 4 года назад +1

    So many clever ideas packaged into this build, well done

  • @benmilstein5654
    @benmilstein5654 3 года назад

    one of the best van builds i've seen. nice work.

  • @The_VANtastic_Pack
    @The_VANtastic_Pack 4 года назад +4

    Glad you guys got into the van build business because this is genius!

  • @Orion227
    @Orion227 3 года назад +1

    Love the yellow, love the glossy cupboards.

  • @klokstop
    @klokstop 3 года назад

    Really well thought out design 🤓
    Very calm and easy to watch video too.
    Great Build 😎

  • @offgridyo9194
    @offgridyo9194 4 года назад

    Great looking van with lots of thoughtful features!

  • @oskarstaudte
    @oskarstaudte 3 года назад +5

    Ok this is the best build I've seen.

  • @tentwentysix
    @tentwentysix 4 года назад

    Just found your channel! Awesome build. Anxious to see the Transit. Keep up the great work!

  • @davidclaudiu
    @davidclaudiu 4 года назад

    Goodluck on your tours!

  • @LuciusC3
    @LuciusC3 4 года назад +1

    Great build - thanks for sharing!

  • @annechoyrocks
    @annechoyrocks 3 года назад

    Well-designed for your use! A lovely space for your off-road fun!

  • @timbior
    @timbior 4 года назад

    Really nice clean professional build!

  • @High_Key
    @High_Key 4 года назад +4

    This is so well thought out

  • @garyoneill8868
    @garyoneill8868 2 года назад

    Very intelligent build. The shower tray is genius.😁😃

  • @alexhallett7540
    @alexhallett7540 4 года назад

    A lot of vans do not have a lot of thought put into them, not this one. Superb job 👍🏻

  • @tonylocks28
    @tonylocks28 4 года назад

    Man I love these frickin things!
    AWESOME BUILD!

  • @flynn8783
    @flynn8783 4 года назад

    I really like that second bed idea.

  • @bikeninja956
    @bikeninja956 3 года назад

    congrats on the build, this is really well done, quality design and construction...

  • @TheHogart
    @TheHogart 4 года назад +3

    OMG, I love that touch light......Details please......? So many great ideas, so expertly orchestrated...!

  • @bmemtb6619
    @bmemtb6619 3 года назад

    You are a real craftsman. I work for a custom cabinet shop in Cincinnati. "Riverside architectural millwork" and your work is top notch.

  • @jcrnda
    @jcrnda 4 года назад

    Nice thought out build. Kudos for the shower!
    I didn't see where the water comes from though.
    Also, you probably found the shortest Sprinter available.

  • @suchetadutta1570
    @suchetadutta1570 4 года назад

    Very organized. Great job.

  • @alexe1563
    @alexe1563 4 года назад

    the best van build i have seen!

  • @Jay-qq7so
    @Jay-qq7so 4 года назад +4

    Well thought out and neatly finished. Time for the dogs toe hair to be trimmed tho 😁👍🏻

  • @edinburghtumuran916
    @edinburghtumuran916 3 года назад

    Awesome! Wonderful set up!

  • @thephatalien
    @thephatalien 4 года назад

    Best Van name I’ve seen yet!!!

  • @TheRaydee
    @TheRaydee 4 года назад

    Nice van, really like it. My dream van!

  • @paigecollings5148
    @paigecollings5148 4 года назад

    Very impressive build

  • @princessbentil773
    @princessbentil773 4 года назад

    Fantastic work done

  • @Matteo-ks6fn
    @Matteo-ks6fn 3 года назад

    I usually don't give thumbs up to Sprinter camper van conversions for may be i'm biased but, when i do, it's definetely well deserved.
    Btw, saw 150k Sprinters made by Big Dogs which are less than one fifth functional than this.
    Unfortunately i cannot give two thumbs up...

  • @lauiman
    @lauiman 4 года назад +2

    Best Camper conversion i have ever seen on youtube - sensationell perfection ! Awesome !

  • @davethesignguy4414
    @davethesignguy4414 4 года назад

    Very nice fit and finish!!!

  • @chassdesk
    @chassdesk 4 года назад

    Sweet build .

  • @kountification
    @kountification 4 года назад

    very sweet build!!!

  • @Trialbike
    @Trialbike 4 года назад

    Awesome!! Great job guys. You should do a DIY Video

  • @michalkrajcovic3374
    @michalkrajcovic3374 3 года назад

    tiny ... yet functional ... great job!

  • @davidmcconnon2800
    @davidmcconnon2800 4 года назад

    Great job guys. Bikes, dog then the rest can follow. Priorities spot on. 😉

  • @SeanGilliganphoto
    @SeanGilliganphoto 4 года назад

    You’re design layouts are some of the best I have yet to see. Well done! Do you have links for your cabinet door lifts, sliders, and handles? Thank You 😊

    • @copilotvans4762
      @copilotvans4762  4 года назад

      The upper cabinet door lifts are from Ikea and the latches are marine push button latches. The lower cabinets use marine slam latches.

  • @bjsorensen
    @bjsorensen 3 года назад

    How did you attach the twist clips on the rear door? Same question for the flip up table on the rear door. Lots of good stuff here!

  • @warren5254
    @warren5254 4 года назад

    Really impressive

  • @bensun432
    @bensun432 4 года назад

    this is the perfect build!

  • @brownbunny2513
    @brownbunny2513 4 года назад +1

    All I can say is WOW!!!.
    Beautifully done, well thought out, thank you for sharing... I have to ask, do you do school buses too. (Skoolies)?

  • @Lracnolip
    @Lracnolip 4 года назад

    Wow, really good build, with great thought out features. I like how your dog can get to the bed with the bench. Do the bed bump outs catch wind?

    • @copilotvans4762
      @copilotvans4762  4 года назад +1

      There is no noticeable drag or wind noise from the bed bump outs.

  • @ladytradiej8027
    @ladytradiej8027 4 года назад

    Great van!

  • @berlin5724
    @berlin5724 4 года назад

    I am jealous, so jealous!

  • @flavioroncat
    @flavioroncat 3 года назад

    Very cool!

  • @gemazelarayan1674
    @gemazelarayan1674 4 года назад +1

    I like it so much!!!

  • @gabrieldean9559
    @gabrieldean9559 4 года назад

    So sweet!

  • @timbaxter681
    @timbaxter681 4 года назад

    kick ass camper van!

  • @dylanmarsh6916
    @dylanmarsh6916 4 года назад

    awesome build! very inspiring. any links to the rear window? safe travelling!

  • @GuyCruls
    @GuyCruls 4 года назад

    this dog is a total bunny!

  • @robert3640
    @robert3640 4 года назад

    Awesome van! Where do you connect the shower head?

  • @pathollis9918
    @pathollis9918 4 года назад

    Great Van!! I'm single & going to retire from teaching in 2 years & going to live full time in my van after the buildout. This design is perfect. I own a new Ford Transit Tall. Have you ever built out a new Ford Transit?

    • @copilotvans4762
      @copilotvans4762  4 года назад

      We’re currently building out two Ford Transits right now that will be finished mid to late June.

  • @raulrodrigueznyc
    @raulrodrigueznyc 3 года назад

    I love this layout and should the gods ever drop on my lap decent amount of cash, I want this layout. Incidentally, do you use a seat belt harness on the dog when he rides up front like that?

  • @patch.produxtions
    @patch.produxtions 3 года назад

    this thing is sickkk

  • @renatrex1
    @renatrex1 4 года назад

    great job!!!!

  • @tohearsolutions
    @tohearsolutions 4 года назад

    Great van. Love the shower - have been thinking about some thinking that for my van.

  • @oursomedayisnow3915
    @oursomedayisnow3915 4 года назад

    nicely done

  • @samskyify
    @samskyify 4 года назад +3

    Definitely one of the best built! everything in a 144" Wheel base! Amazing Job!
    Quick question, what is the size of the bike rack? can you store an XL bike in it for example?

    • @copilotvans4762
      @copilotvans4762  4 года назад +1

      Yes, it was designed to fit any size mountain bike including XL sizes and DH bikes.

    • @JackGunter
      @JackGunter Год назад

      @@copilotvans4762 what's the dimensions of your bike tray?

  • @bishokhan8926
    @bishokhan8926 4 года назад +22

    Can you please make a video on more details of your shower... I.e how did you build it, how much water does it use, is it re-circulating etc?

    • @jaredshearer7989
      @jaredshearer7989 4 года назад +1

      Agreed! Tell us more about the shower system. Is this a custom build or drop-in?

    • @nicolecoker5552
      @nicolecoker5552 3 года назад

      I’d like to know more too!!

  • @lisandrolapponi4081
    @lisandrolapponi4081 4 года назад

    Muito legal a maneira que guardaram a bicicleta e as cortinas

  • @evetsiksatu
    @evetsiksatu 2 года назад

    dang. impressive... what's the black box out back for?

  • @TheGriz1069
    @TheGriz1069 2 года назад

    My dream van 😊

  • @Knobby_
    @Knobby_ 4 года назад

    killer van.
    the second bed is a great idea.
    was wondering what the shower pan is made from? or how you built it?
    thanks heaps for sharing

    • @copilotvans4762
      @copilotvans4762  4 года назад

      The shower pan is a 24”x24” washing machine drain pan. The sub floor was raised 2” to meet the height of the shower pan.

  • @anthony-j-alibrandi-369
    @anthony-j-alibrandi-369 4 года назад

    Awsome! Really Awsome.

  • @josephwright1622
    @josephwright1622 4 года назад

    Lovely van! What bike mount is that?

  • @stefanvarga5349
    @stefanvarga5349 3 года назад

    Fantastic Van Guys...... What size is that Van, is it an L1 or L2 version?

  • @manouchehromari2483
    @manouchehromari2483 3 года назад

    Cool... wonder how long it took you guys to do all that work...?

  • @kensoutham6828
    @kensoutham6828 3 года назад

    Nice van. Question for you; What is the size of your bike tray for 2 bikes? TIA

  • @fernandobelazaras7542
    @fernandobelazaras7542 3 года назад

    Hi, nice camper. Can you tell me how much space its necessary to fit a 26` bike (without the front wheel) in the van ? Cheers from Argentina

  • @Njangchl1366
    @Njangchl1366 4 года назад

    Look nice and simple

  • @bourdon845
    @bourdon845 3 года назад

    Intéressant

  • @slater1182
    @slater1182 3 года назад

    Do you have enough solar and battery for your needs?
    Any changes recommended on sizing a system?

  • @gnosismonk
    @gnosismonk 4 года назад

    Wow thats smart. 🙌🏻

  • @victorvillaescusa7252
    @victorvillaescusa7252 4 года назад

    Awesome van! Could you give us a link for the touch lights?

    • @copilotvans4762
      @copilotvans4762  4 года назад +1

      www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DN6FR6Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

  • @rudihenrard1506
    @rudihenrard1506 3 года назад

    J'aime les gens qui ont une attention particulière pour les animaux je vous souhaite bonne route super projet❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍🇫🇷

  • @kevinklasman
    @kevinklasman 4 года назад

    Do you have any photos of 2 bikes loaded on the bike tray...and better yet a video of loading the bikes?

    • @copilotvans4762
      @copilotvans4762  4 года назад

      No photos at the moment. The other bike goes in the opposite direction. There is another fork mount at the back of the bike tray.

  • @cameronblackmon9540
    @cameronblackmon9540 4 года назад

    How was that shower pan made? Does anyone have an idea? It looks like some kind of plastic but I can't see how it was constructed. I love how how shallow and sleek it is for a shower in the middle of the floor that is so flush like that.

    • @copilotvans4762
      @copilotvans4762  4 года назад

      It's a washing machine drain pan.
      www.homedepot.com/p/MUSTEE-Durapan-24-5-in-x-24-5-in-Washing-Machine-Pan-with-1-in-Furnished-Drain-Adapter-95/303880290